The Pacifica Evening News

Tensions flare at United Nations Security Council meeting on Russia’s war on Ukraine; California Democratic lawmakers propose $400 gas rebate for tax payers; Proposed bill would make California a sanctuary state for transgender youth

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Death toll mounts in Ukraine from Russia’s siege as peace negotiations continue. Slovakia announces military support for Ukraine and Kosovo appeals for NATO membership. House votes to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus. United Nations … Continued


Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses joint session of U.S. congress appeals for no fly zone and fighter jets amidst Russia’s siege. Republicans pressure Biden administration to provide fighter jets to Ukraine, some Democrats urge continued caution. 1-year … Continued


Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Russian forces close in on Kyiv, strike apartment building, killing at least 4. U.S. President Joe Biden signs spending bill that includes $13.6 billion for Ukraine. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy concedes goal of joining NATO is unattainable. … Continued


Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Talks between Russia and Ukraine Foreign Ministers end with no agreement. Human rights group Amnesty International and the U.S. accuse Russia of war crimes for targeted killings of civilians in Ukraine. Russia denies Maripul hospital bombing, calls … Continued


Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Russia attacks 18 hospitals and other medical facilities in Ukraine, least 10 dead, dozens injured. Ukraine President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calls for tougher sanctions on Russia and no fly zone over Ukraine. Congress agrees on $1.5 trillion government … Continued


Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Death toll mounts in Ukraine under Russia’s siege, U.N. estimates 2 million Ukrainians have fled the country. U.S. President Joe Biden bans Russian oil and gas imports into the U.S. For International Women’s Day abortion rights advocates … Continued